Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Twin Room
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Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 1 single bed , 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 2 left
US$204 per night
Price US$612
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Historic Setting: Townsend House Guest House in Birr is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and soundproofing. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Irish and European cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Guests can also enjoy the bar and outdoor terrace. Convenient Location: Located 104 km from Shannon Airport, the guest house is a 7-minute walk from Birr Castle and near attractions like Slieve Bloom Display Centre (12 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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  • Quiet street view

  • Inner courtyard view

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Twin Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 1 single bed , 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 2 left
US$204 per night
Price US$612
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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+ Deluxe Double Room
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  • 1 large double bed
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+ Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
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  • 2 single beds and
  • 2 large double beds
US$707 for 3 nights
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Twin Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 single bed and
  • 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
323 feet²
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Fireplace
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Radio
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$204 per night
Price US$612
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 2 left
  • Free stay for your child
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
269 feet²
Garden view
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$204 per night
Price US$612
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 4 left
  • Free stay for your child
  • 2 single beds and
  • 2 large double beds
Free cot available on request
431 feet²
Inner courtyard view
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$236 per night
Price US$707
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 1 left
  • Free stay for your child
  • You won't be charged yet

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paula
    Ireland Ireland
    comfortable room , good breakfast. On site restaurant was very good also
  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A great place to stay . Owners and staff are very welcoming and it’s good that they have their own restaurant. The food is excellent especially the individually cooked breakfast .
  • Aideen
    Ireland Ireland
    Such a lovely place, and with great hosts. Rooms are full of character, spacious, and certainly quiet at the back of the building. Veggie breakfast was very tasty.
  • Deirdre
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely guesthouse, friendly staff and good breakfast
  • Judy
    Ireland Ireland
    Very clean and tidy. Not far from where we were attending a wedding
  • Victoria
    Ireland Ireland
    This is a lovely spot. The hosts were very welcoming, the room was super comfy and clean, and the breakfast was really fresh and delicious.
  • David
    A nice pleasant hotel with very helpful, genuine and very nice hosts, also had the pleasure of a nicely cooked breakfast would more than happily stay again!wasn't anything not to like worked well for me
  • Jb
    Ireland Ireland
    Fantastic location in a authentic period building.
  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What really made my stay so good was the fact that the Guest House also had a restaurant . The food was excellent and the staff were very friendly and accommodating . I also was very pleased that Mark, the owner, was able to provide a packed lunch...
  • Deirdre
    Ireland Ireland
    Great central location..very comfortable..lovely staff

Managed by Martin and Lorraine Kearns

Company review score: 9.6Based on 321 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Lorraine and Martin Kearns opened this 3 star Guesthouse in 2003.We are married with 3 children.This business is family run from start to finish.We have a very old georgian house with restaurant and large private walled in gardens.

Property information

Townsend House Guest House & Tapas Restaurant is located in Birr Town just 200 metres from Birr Castle and 100 metres from Birr Theatre & Arts Centre. This 1900th century building has 10 bespoke decorated bedrooms,family rooms and a full restaurant with private gardens to enjoy. We have a full Tapas menu and diners can enjoy an international food and wine menu. During the summer season guests can enjoy our outdoor heated dining area with cocktail bar. We are the only 3 star Guesthouse in County Offaly registered with Failte Ireland. This is a family run business and we pride ourselves on our reviews. Please feel free to browse our youtube channel (Townsend House Birr Ireland)

Neighbourhood information

Visit Birr Castle Demesne with the Great Telescope,Science Centre,Formal Gardens and large Tree House. The Lough Boora Parklands where you can take walks or cycle the area. Clonmacnoise Monastic site,one of the oldest in Europe.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Irish • European
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

Townsend House Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.